Corporate Attorney

Berger Transfer & Storage Inc•Roseville, MN

About The Position

Berger Transfer & Storage, Inc. is a leading provider of relocation, distribution, and warehousing services. Founded in 1910, Berger has been providing moving and storage services to individuals and businesses for over 100 years! Berger is Allied Van Lines’ largest agent with 18 locations throughout the U.S. Berger Transfer & Storage, Inc. is growing and that means new career opportunities! Join us and be part of an iconic family of companies with a great culture, unmatched co-worker camaraderie and plenty of development opportunities! At Berger, our top priority is having employees who can live up to the demanding expectations of our customers and markets. We believe our employees, who bring their hard work and dedication each and every day, are the source of our strength and success. Our ideal candidate will have an immediate connection to Berger’s Mission Statement of helping every customer to have a positive, memorable experience, as well as embodying our vision and values. Candidates who connect through positive and respectful interactions, and strive to be open, honest and fair will be at the top of our list. We are seeking a CORPORATE ATTORNEY to join our team in Roseville, Minnesota. Our Corporate Attorney serves as our in-house counsel and is responsible for handling all complex legal matters and projects. They specialize in contracts, leases, transportation law, employment law and litigation. They ensure the legality of the companies transactions and advise our team on legal rights and duties.

Requirements

Licensed to practice law in Minnesota
Minimum of 7 years with a law firm or in-house legal counsel
Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations related to the transportation of goods, including maintaining all required permits and licenses
Basic knowledge of insurance law and understanding auto, general liability, workers' compensation, and other related insurance policies held by the company
Required primary areas of legal practice include but are not limited to: Labor and Employment law; Business Contracts (negotiation, preparation, and analysis); Corporate governance; litigation support; state and federal regulatory agencies; real estate - lease and purchase and Insurance law and policy analysis

Responsibilities

Advise in the management of Corporate governance and compliance
Act as a trusted strategic partner to internal stakeholders, balancing business objectives with legal risk and compliance
Provide legal guidance and counsel to corporate departments of human resources, safety, claims, accounting and the transportation, distribution and warehousing of goods
Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws, including timely filing various state and federal authority filings
Analysis, negotiation or preparation of contracts with customers, independent contractors, vendors, business partners, the US Government and US Military
Maintain relationships with and provide support to outside legal counsel representing the Company in litigation matters
Prepare real estate and motor vehicle leases and provide analysis of leases from vendors, landlords or other third parties
Provide legal assistance to managers at the home office and the other locations throughout the United States